Gov’t to Upgrade Ghana Meteorological Agency into Authority
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has announced plans by government to upgrade the Ghana Meteorological Agency into an Authority as part of sweeping reforms to strengthen Ghana’s climate and weather monitoring systems.
According to the Minister, the proposed transition is designed to expand the institution’s legal mandate and operational scope, enabling it to respond more effectively to the growing demands of weather forecasting, climate monitoring and disaster preparedness.
He stated that extreme weather events, rising flood risks and shifting rainfall patterns have made accurate forecasting and timely public communication more critical than ever.
Mr. George made the announcement in Accra during the launch of the 2026 Meteorological Awareness Month and the presentation of the 2026 Seasonal Forecast for Southern Ghana.
“Weather hazards cannot be prevented, but their impact can be significantly reduced through early information, preparedness and responsible action and one of the key things that we are doing in this legislative review is to upgrade the mandate of the Meteorological Agency from being an agency to an authority, to give it more policy power,” he stated.
The event brought together policymakers, climate scientists, emergency response agencies, aviation stakeholders, and representatives from the agriculture and maritime sectors, all of whom depend heavily on reliable weather data for planning, safety and operational efficiency.
The agency’s seasonal forecasts, early warning bulletins and aviation weather services remain essential tools for farmers, airlines, shipping operators and urban planners, particularly at a time when climate variability continues to pose significant socio-economic risks.
